Next to some names are the nicknames. These are familiar names often used instead of the real name. You can also listen tocommon girls’ namesor watch avideo with practice listening for names. Get my free lessons by email Subscribe for free to get my new IELTS lessons sent to your email...
Gideon is a no-longer neglected Old Testament name, but still makes an excellent choice for parents looking to move beyond such overused biblicals as Benjamin and Jacob. Archer, Ardall, Austin, Bailey, Baker, Barker, Barnes, Barrett, Richards was brought to Great Britain by the Normans in t...
Common nicknames of the time would be Jolly John or Little John. Although the nickname back then may have preceded the name, they eventually came to follow the first name. This led to the last names Little and Jolly to name a couple. How American surnames are different Did you read the ...